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How to apply for Young County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP)

Young County Commissioners Court — administers CIHCP under Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61; located in Graham

Who it's for

The Young County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is required by Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 61. Eligibility: Young County resident age 18+; household income less than 21% of the Federal Poverty Level; not Medicaid-eligible. PRIMARY HOSPITAL: Graham Regional Medical Center (Graham) — independent community hospital; Olney Hamilton Hospital. United Regional Health Care System (Wichita Falls) is the major regional tertiary referral hospital for the entire NorTex region. Apply by calling Young County at 940-549-0883.

Young CIHCP at 21% FPL — very strict. Graham Regional Medical Center (Graham) — independent community hospital; Olney Hamilton Hospital. United Regional (Wichita Falls) is the regional tertiary referral.

What you'll need

Completed Young County CIHCP application
Proof of all household income
Proof of Young County residency
Photo identification
Proof of uninsured status and Medicaid ineligibility

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 940-549-0883

Renewals

annual recertification

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